Clowns not eating

Discussion in 'Fish Food' started by Kristiavi, Apr 4, 2011.

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  1. Kristiavi

    Kristiavi Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I bought pellets today and the smallest clown went crazy eating them but the bigger one of the two still wont eat... gonna try the shrimp idea tomorrow
     
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  3. VooDoo

    VooDoo Fire Shrimp

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    My fish were reluctant to eat and I made my own mix. I use...Emerald entree,frozen mysis and vitamin enriched brine, blood worms, and a few other frozed odds and ends. I take all the frozen foods and put them in a small Tupperware and let them thaw. Put some garlic extract in with a bit of phytoplankton. Thin it down with some tank water and mix it all up. Use a syringe (without needle) and suck up what you want! You have total control over how much goes in the tank and clean up is a breeze!
     
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  4. Kristiavi

    Kristiavi Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Thats an awesome idea, do you leave them thawed or re freeze everyday? and is phytoplankton in a bottle? Not sure ive seen it before =] Thanks!
     
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    VooDoo Fire Shrimp

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    Yes the plankton is bottled and I dont freeze it every night I just leave it in the tupperware and keep it in the fridge ;) and your welcome :D
     
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    VooDoo Fire Shrimp

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    Forgot to add the phytoplankton is by kent marine. I'm sure there are others but thats just the one I use!
     
  7. Kristiavi

    Kristiavi Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Your awesome! I tried the idea and it really worked! All my fish ate it and were happy. Thank you so much! I like the syringe idea because I can squirt it in whatever side of the tank they are in and it doesnt just sink to the bottom before they see it. I can do a small enough amount that works out great for my fish. I will deffinately be recommending this idea to my friends.
     
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  9. VooDoo

    VooDoo Fire Shrimp

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    You are very welcome!! Im glad I could help :D